No licence, no problem – get paid to train as a Bus Driver!
Looking for a career that’s more than just a job?
Start your journey with Yorkshire Coastliner fully funded Bus Driver Apprenticeship and turn your car licence into a professional bus driving career.
We’ll provide all the training, support and qualifications you need. You bring the enthusiasm, customer service skills and willingness to learn.
Whether you’re looking for a fresh start, a new challenge, or a career where no two days are the same, we’ll help you get there.
Best of all? Your training is completely FREE, and you’re paid from day one.
Over 8-10 months, you’ll gain industry-recognised qualifications through classroom leaning, online study and hands-on driving experience with our expert instructors.
What’s in it for you?
- Fully funded Bus Driver Apprenticeship
- £14.82 per hour during your first 12 months
- £16.90 per hour after 12 months
- Guaranteed 37-hour contract
- Company pension scheme with Aviva
- Life assurance benefit (2x annual salary)
- A full professional uniform provided at no cost to you
- A colleague travel pass for yourself, spouse / partner and up to 2 children – giving free bus travel on Transdev and our partners networks
- Access to our Transdev Exchange App which gives access to discounts on days out, shopping and gym memberships, to name a few of the benefits along with access to our Employee Assistance Programme
What will you be doing?
- Driving our buses safely and professionally on our designated routes
- Welcoming all our customers and delivering outstanding customer service
- Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks, making safety a number one priority
- Providing travel advice and route information
- Supporting customers of all ages and abilities
- Becoming a trusted face in your local community
Everyday is different. One minute you’ll be helping someone get to work, the next you’ll be assisting a family on a day our or help an elderly customer stay connected with the community.
You won’t be just driving a bus, you’ll be keeping people moving.
What are we looking for?
We’re not just looking for drivers. We’re looking for colleagues who enjoy being around people and helping others.
You’ll need:
- A full UK car licence held for a minimum of 12 months’
- To be 18 years old or over
- The right to work in the UK
- To be a resident in the UK for at least three years
- Great communication and people skills
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- A genuine passion for customer service
You’ll also need to pass:
- English and maths assessment
- A DVLA medical
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Driving licence check – no more than 6 points
- No drink or drug driving convictions, TT99 or mobile phone convictions
- A DBS check
Your route to becoming a professional Bus Driver
- Apply online
- Meet us for an interview
- Complete licence and right-to-work checks
- Attend your medical assessment
- Complete your English and maths assessment
- Begin your fully funded training with our team
- Pass your tests and start driving professionally
Ready to take the wheel?
Apply today and start your journey with Yorkshire Coastliner.
- Call us on 01422 553576
- Email us at [email protected]
Or click ‘apply’ to start the process now